1973 MG Midget MkIII

Description

Restored 12 years ago including rebuilt engine and only 9,000 miles since; recent new clutch kit and full stainless steel exhaust system; ready to enjoy

First registered in April 1973, this MG Midget MkIII comes with a Heritage Certificate confirming that it was built in December 1972. Notes on file state that it was restored between 2010 and 2012 by a retired motor engineer which included an engine rebuild with new bearings, piston rings, timing chain, reground crank, unleaded head conversion etc. The MOT history shows that it has only covered around 9,000 miles since, the odometer currently showing 91,084 miles.

It also had a new Moss exchange gearbox; new wiring loom; new fuel tank and twin fuel pumps; brakes, steering and suspension overhaul; new door, windscreen and boot rubbers; new walnut dash; new hood; Cibie spotlights and 5 new Vredestein tyres. The bodywork had previously been restored in 2009 and although perfectly acceptable, the paint finish is not quite as shiny as it could be.

In 2014 it had a major service which cost £1,700 and included new wheel bearings; new water pump; new n/s front king pin unit; new luggage rack; removal of the passenger side glovebox; windscreen wiper mechanism overhaul etc. Other invoices attest to subsequent upkeep.

Our vendor acquired the car in 2019 and has continued to look after it well. Serviced every year, it has also recently had a new clutch kit, a new starter motor and a full custom-made stainless steel exhaust including manifold. An original owner’s handbook is also present, along with a tonneau cover and wheel-changing kit.

Driven some 20 miles to the sale, it has been starting promptly and running well as we have moved it around on site with good oil pressure.

For more information contact James on 07970 309907 or email james.dennison@brightwells.com